FOX News Deals Newsletter: Celebrate America 250 and save on heatwave survival gear

By Fox News Staff

Published July 02, 2026

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Celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with deals on cooling gear, camping essentials and U.S.-made cookware. (FOX News Composite)

Welcome to your weekly shopping guide, specifically curated by the FOX News Deals team

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America turns 250 tomorrow, and if you're celebrating with a backyard barbecue, parade or fireworks, this $14 commemorative hat is an easy way to show your patriotic spirit. Featuring an embroidered American flag, a bald eagle and the anniversary years, it's a fun keepsake for this once-in-a-generation milestone.

Wear this hat all year long. (Amazon)

A NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

Feeling patriotic? I know I am. Since I shop for a living, I rounded up the best veteran-owned and American-made brands to support, plus warm-weather essentials to help you beat the heat this holiday weekend. — Caitlyn Martyn, Commerce Editor

Support veteran-owned businesses with everyday essentials like hot sauce, coffee and coolers.

Shop American-made favorites from brands including Tecovas, Lodge and John Deere.

Stay cool with insulated water bottles, portable shade chairs and wearable neck fans.

DEAL OF THE WEEK

Snag this lightweight sheet set for less. (Wayfair)

Editor's Pick: Wayfair Basics sheets: $23.99 (82% off) from Wayfair.

Why we love it: At 82% off, this is one of the biggest discounts we've seen all week. These lightweight sheets are perfect for summer, come in more than 20 colors and have thousands of five-star reviews. Grab a few sets for your guest room, vacation home or to refresh your own bed for less. Find more deals here.

3 QUESTIONS WITH THE FOX NEWS DEALS TEAM

This week, General Manager of Commerce, Erik Weigel, shares three products he recently bought and recommends.

Q: What's a product you bought that immediately solved a problem you had?
A: My kids play sports, so we have many games and tournaments over the summer. This cooler backpack holds drinks and snacks while walking from field to field.

Q: What's a summer staple you'd recommend?
A: We are a family of seven — five humans and two dogs — so we never have enough towels. I bought this set a while back, and they've held up well.

Q: What's on your Fourth of July shopping list?
A: I love to cook outside for my family year-round, so I’m eyeing a Blackstone griddle that I can make breakfast on.

Check out our "Add to Cart" series to see what our full team bought recently.

SMART BUYS UNDER $25

Shop these under-$25 deals before prices go back up. (FOX News Composite)

Portable fire extinguisher ($11.96) — now 40% off: Stock up before your next backyard barbecue or fire pit gathering.

American flag ($14.39) — now 20% off: Show your patriotic spirit with this 3-by-5-foot all-weather flag.

Compression socks, 3-pack ($12.99) — now 38% off: These knee-high socks help keep you comfortable while traveling.

Hanes zip-up hoodie ($16) — now 43% off: Stay warm on cool nights with this super-soft sweatshirt.

Motion-sensor lighting strips, 2-pack ($16.98) — now 23% off: Brighten closets, cabinets and other dark spaces with these magnetic LED strips.